
Overview
Dr. Luis E. Chug received his medical degree from Universidad de San Martin de Porres in Lima, Peru, and completed his residency in internal medicine at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York, New York. He completed his fellowship in pulmonary and critical care at the University of Kansas Medical Center School of Medicine in Kansas City, followed by a fellowship in sleep medicine at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston. Board certified in internal medicine, critical care, pulmonary disease and sleep medicine, Dr. Chug has practiced medicine since 2005. His clinical interests include sepsis, acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and sleep disorders. Fluent in Spanish, Dr. Chug provides individualized care to adult and geriatric patients using state-of-the-art medical therapy. He strives to educate his patients on their conditions and believes that the key to developing a quality relationship between patient and doctor is listening. His patients appreciate the way he takes time to listen to their problems and connect with them. Dr. Chug was nominated for Physician of the Year in 2020 and 2021 by the American College of Chest Physicians and is a member of the Society of Critical Care Medicine, Texas Medical Association, American Academy of Sleep Medicine. A resident of the Heights, Dr. Chug enjoys jiu-jitsu, soccer, salsa dancing and spending time with his family. He and his wife have two children.
His clinical expertise encompasses Pneumonia, Sepsis, Atypical Pneumonia, Carotid Artery Surgery, and Gastrostomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Chug is currently accepting new patients.
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Dr. Chug has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Baylor College Of Medicine - Pulmonary
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Houston Methodist Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine Specialists
Sandeep Sahay is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Sahay is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Hypertension, Pulmonary Veno-Occlusive Disease, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Lung Transplant, and Embolectomy. Dr. Sahay is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Luis E. Chug
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Luis E. Chug?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Luis E. Chug by calling their office at 832-263-1177. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Luis E. Chug a top-rated expert for Pneumonia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Luis E. Chug is classified as an Experienced expert for Pneumonia, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Luis E. Chug specialize in?
While Dr. Luis E. Chug is a Pulmonary Medicine, they have specific expertise in Pneumonia, Sepsis, and Atypical Pneumonia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pulmonary Medicine.
Does Dr. Luis E. Chug participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Luis E. Chug has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pneumonia. You can view a list of Dr. Luis E. Chug's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Luis E. Chug accept my insurance?
Dr. Luis E. Chug accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 832-263-1177 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acute Interstitial PneumoniaDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.
- AsthmaDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Asthma.
- Asthma in ChildrenDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Asthma in Children.
- Atypical PneumoniaDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Pneumonia.
- BronchiectasisDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Bronchiectasis.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Cerebral HypoxiaDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Hypoxia.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- DrowsinessDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Drowsiness.
- EmpyemaDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Empyema.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- EndoscopyDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Excessive Daytime SleepinessDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Excessive Daytime Sleepiness.
- GastrostomyDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Grass AllergyDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Grass Allergy.
- Hospital-Acquired PneumoniaDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia.
- Hypovolemic ShockDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Hypovolemic Shock.
- Interstitial Lung DiseaseDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Interstitial Lung Disease.
- Lung MetastasesDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Lung Metastases.
- Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome (OHS)
- Obstructive Sleep ApneaDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Obstructive Sleep Apnea.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- PleurisyDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Pleurisy.
- PneumoniaDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Pneumonia.
- SepsisDr. Chug isExperienced. Learn about Sepsis.

